CLMI Lists Role of Logistics in Enhancing Nigeria’s Economy

Emma Okonji

The Courier and Logistics Management Institute (CLMI) has stressed the importance logistics, infrastructure and enterprises in enhancing Nigeria’s economy. 

The Executive chairman of CLMI, Prof. Simon Emeje, stressed this in Lagos during the international conference and Investiture organised by CLMI last week at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos. 

In his welcome address, Emeje pointed  to the indispensability of the logistics industry, stating that any nation neglecting it faced imminent collapse.

He called on government to recognise logistics as a robust sub-sector of the communication industry, while highlighting its role in economic stability and job creation.

While calling for increased awareness, Emeje revealed that logistics has contributed up to 3.5 per cent to Nigeria’s GDP. 

“Logistics is not just a sector, but the life stream of a nation. Neglect it, and the entire system collapses,” Emeje said.

He emphasised the need to bridge the knowledge gap and cultivate professional awareness, reiterating CLMI’s mission to elevate the sector’s scale.

He further implored the government to earnestly focus on the logistics sector, acknowledging its potential to unravel national challenges, setting the stage for an exploration of the connections between logistics, infrastructure, and enterprise.

Former Minister of Communications, Dr. Adebayo Shittu, who delivered the keynote speech that laid out the critical relationship between logistics, infrastructure, and enterprises, navigated through the digital revolution, emphasising how it connects producers and consumers. He lauded the logistics sector for its job creation ability, painting a clear picture of its essential role in the national economy.

“In the digital age, logistics is not just about moving goods, it’s about connecting dreams, aspirations, and opportunities,” Shittu said.

He called for a specialised ministry for logistics and courier services, with the urgent need for a strategic approach.

Adebayo pledged support to CLMI’s endeavors, and called on government to support logistics business across the country.